Annual Awards
A Legacy of Leadership in Finance
Since 1985, the Financial Women’s Association (FWA) has recognized the trailblazers, visionaries, and allies who are shaping the future of the global financial community. Our Annual Awards celebrate individual excellence across the private, public, and non-profit sectors, honoring those whose leadership and mentorship have paved the way for the next generation of women in business.
From pioneering CEOs to dedicated public servants and strategic male allies, the honorees listed below represent the highest standard of professional achievement. Explore our history of excellence and join us in celebrating the icons of the financial industry.
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Previous Events and Award Recipients
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Year Awards & Recipients
2023 65th Anniversary Celebration & Awards Ceremony: Paving the Way Forward
- FWA Male Ally of the Year: Dan Barclay, CEO of BMO Capital Markets
- FWA Public Sector Woman of the Year: Sharon Bowen, Chair NYSE
- Non-profit sector Trailblazers: FWA Past Presidents
- Undergraduate scholars from the FWA’s educational initiatives
2022 Annual Awards Ceremony: Accelerating Success in Finance and Empowering the Next Generation
- FWA Private Sector Woman of the Year: Tina Byles Williams, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Xponance®
- Public Sector Woman of the Year: 4-Star General Jacqueline D. Van Ovost, Commander of U.S. Transportation Command
- FWA Male Ally of the Year: Roger G. Arrieux, Jr., New York Managing Partner, Deloitte LLP
